Description
Hearty sausage and peppers sandwich combines Italian-American flavors in a classic comfort meal. Melted provolone cheese and caramelized onions create a mouthwatering experience you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
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Meat:
- 1 pound Italian sausage links (sweet, mild, or hot)
Vegetables:
- 1 large red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 large green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 large yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings and Condiments:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce (optional)
Instructions
- Sear Italian sausage links in a hot skillet with olive oil over medium heat until golden brown on all sides, approximately 8-10 minutes. Transfer cooked sausages to a separate plate.
- Use the same skillet to sauté sliced bell peppers, onions, and minced garlic until vegetables become soft and slightly caramelized, around 7-8 minutes.
- Enhance the vegetable mixture by incorporating dried oregano, dried basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir thoroughly to distribute seasonings evenly.
- Slice the previously cooked sausages into diagonal pieces and return them to the skillet. Pour marinara sauce over the mixture, ensuring all ingredients are well-coated. Simmer for 5 minutes to meld flavors.
- Prepare oven at 375°F (190°C). Split hoagie rolls and brush interior surfaces with a blend of melted butter and garlic powder.
- Toast rolls in the preheated oven for 5-7 minutes until edges become crisp and golden.
- Construct sandwiches by layering sausage and pepper mixture inside toasted rolls. Generously top with shredded mozzarella or provolone cheese.
- Return assembled sandwiches to oven for 2-3 minutes, allowing cheese to melt completely and become slightly bubbly.
- Optional: Garnish with fresh basil leaves for added aromatic finish. Serve immediately while hot and cheese is melted.
Notes
- Choose high-quality Italian sausage with robust flavors for the best taste profile.
- Slice sausages diagonally to maximize surface area and create more appealing presentation.
- Pat sausages dry before cooking to ensure proper browning and prevent steaming.
- Use a mix of red, yellow, and green bell peppers for vibrant color and varied sweetness.
- Control spice levels by adjusting red pepper flakes or selecting mild/hot sausage varieties.
- Drain excess oil after cooking sausages to prevent greasy sandwich texture.
- Select fresh, crusty hoagie rolls for superior crunch and better sandwich structure.
- Make vegetarian version by substituting sausage with plant-based sausage alternatives.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 495 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 710 mg
- Fat: 40 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 27 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg